Compound Q&A
What is 2-Chloro-5-(chloromethyl)pyridine (CAS: 70258-18-3)?
Answer
2-Chloro-5-(chloromethyl)pyridine (CAS: 70258-18-3) is an organic compound containing a pyridine ring substituted with chlorine atoms at positions 2 and 5, and a chloromethyl group at position 5. It is a yellow liquid with a characteristic aromatic odor, and it is commonly used as an intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceutical and chemical products.
About
CAS No
70258-18-3
English Name
2-Chloro-5-(chloromethyl)pyridine
Molecular Formula
C6H5Cl2N
Molecular Weight
162.019 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=NC=C1CCl)Cl
InChIKey
SKCNYHLTRZIINA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
